By Dr Richard Turner
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Should I be worried about my persistent cough?
If you feel like you have been coughing for weeks and it's not getting any better, it could be that you're suffering from a chronic cough. There are many possible causes behind persistent coughing, so we asked one of our expert respiratory consultants about the condition and when it might be time to visit your doctor.
By Dr Timothy Chapman
07.07.20
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
Coronavirus: what do people with asthma need to know?
If you live with asthma you may be wondering what you can do to reduce the risk of COVID-19 and to keep safe during the pandemic. We spoke to one of our leading respiratory physicians Dr Timothy Chapman about how you should manage your asthma, particularly during the coronavirus crisis.
COVID-19 guidance: looking after your lung health in the pandemic
Dr John Chinegwundoh has been on the frontline at London hospitals dealing with the coronavirus COVID-19. Get the answers to important questions in regards to how to look after your lungs, who are most at risk, what happens to the lungs if infected by COVID-19 and more.
By Dr Farid Bazari
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Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
Shortness of breath: causes and treatment
The medical term for shortness of breath is known as dyspnea. If it's severe or persistent, it's likely to mean there is an underlying medical condition. We spoke to leading medical specialist and pulmonologist, Dr Farid Bazari, who highlighted some of the causes of breathing problems and how they should be treated. If you're experiencing symptoms do not hesitate to seek help.
By Dr Anjani Prasad
11.06.20
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
What are the long-term complications of COVID-19?
It's predicted that similar complications that arose in the survivors of the SARS pandemic will likely develop in COVID-19 survivors too. Although these post-COVID-19 complications aren't clear at the moment, previous data from SARS, the first pandemic of the 21st century, provides us with the foresight to manage these complications and treat patients promptly. Dr Anjani Prasad, one of our top consultants in respiratory and general medicine explains more.
Written by Top Doctors
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
Fear of going out (FOGO) during the COVID-19 pandemic
As the lockdown measures start to lift, reports of fear of going out (FOGO) and 'post-lockdown anxiety' have surfaced. We took a look at some statistics from surveys and found out more about fear of going out, the medical term, how to self-manage it and more details available on treatment options.
By Dr Anjani Prasad
05.06.20
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and how can it be treated?
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) stands for a group of lung conditions that are a result of poor lung function due to airways that have narrowed. Dr Anjani Prasad spoke to us recently to let us know about the different types of COPD, how they can be diagnosed and treated.
Written by Top Doctors
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
Coronavirus test and trace system: How does it work?
The new 'test and trace' scheme was set in place across England and Scotland in June 2020. We look at how the app helped us to fight the virus and what you can expect from the potentially life-saving tool.
By Dr Anjani Prasad
20.05.20
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
Respiratory screening to prevent or early-detect lung cancer
If you are in the high-risk group for lung cancer, it's important to have a respiratory screening test in order to prevent developing the disease. Here, expert respiratory physician Dr Anjani Prasad explains just who is at high-risk and what to expect from a lung cancer screening.
By Dr Anjani Prasad
11.05.20
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
Post-COVID-19: the physical and mental complications during recovery
We are all aware of the symptoms of COVID-19: cough, headache, fever, and sometimes, respiratory problems. But what we may not know much of is what people go through during and after the recovery period, which can involve particular mental health problems as well as physical ones. Dr Anjani Prasod explains more.
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